Pole La Teaze
Category: Trainers
San Francisco, CA 94112(510) 301-4681
Drop In pole classes Beginner to Advanced. SF: Fri 6:30-7:30pm, Sat. 4-5pm Int/Adv. Redwood City: Thurs. 6-7pm/Beg., 7-8pm/Int-Adv. $25
- Hours:
Mon-Sat. 12:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
- Good for Kids:
- No
The Bar Method
- 91 reviews
- Neighborhood:
- Marina/Cow Hollow
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10 reviews for Pole La Teaze
After reading reviews of other classes for months and never signing up even though I REALLY wanted to learn pole dancing, I found Shelly on Yelp. She is amazing. If you really want to learn pole dancing, this is the class to take!
She teaches the class like a normal dance class would be taught, warm-up, work on the pole and cool down at the end. During the class she is careful to work moves into a choreographed sequence so that things flow well and look graceful. This is much better than learning a series of moves you might not know how to connect. If you are doing something incorrectly or in a way that might result in an injury, she will explain how to make a correction and improve your form.
I'm taking the 4 week level 1 class. I have learned many pole spins and how to climb the pole. Importantly, she makes connections between new moves and those already mastered. Shelly is great at pointing out when there is a hold we've already learned or a leg position similar to one we've done before. She breaks the moves down so that you know the best place to position your hands and legs. This makes things much easier.
I recommend Shelly's class without reservation. She's personable, professional and has a wonderful attitude.
Shelly is my favorite pole instructor and a friend!!!
When I first moved to SF almost two years ago, I had a really hard time finding both exciting and challenging dance classes. I am a dancer, so I needed more than simply good. Then... I met Shelly! She is amazing. She is both amazing at instructing and performing. I have been taking her lessons quite some time now and have been there to see how strong she got and how graceful she got with more advance moves. Her personality is great too. She makes us laugh all the time and our regular class is always full of energy and a lot of smiles.
If you have never been to a pole class, I totally recommend her. She has background in dancing and pilates, so her pole dancing is very elegant and graceful. If you also have some experience in pole, I totally recommend her too. She can teach you amazing pole tricks, and also smooth flow of a movement to a next level.
I can't wait to take her lesson every week ^^
Shelly is the real deal!!! I had been scouring the Bay Area for a legit pole dance studio for a while after trying both S Factor and Slinky Productions (you can read about my experiences with both below).
It took me forever to find Shelly on Google, but I'm so glad I did! Shelly taught me more in thirty minutes than I learned in 2 8 week sessions at S Factor!! Shelly's style is the perfect mix of tricks and dance. She is the type of teacher that will give you more when you need more. If you cannot do a move, she will modify it so that your body is using the right muscles to eventually get there. The best part? Shelly WILL MAKE SURE YOU'RE DOING IT RIGHT! This means even if you have had pole experience, she will correct your form and instruct you on how to make your moves more visually appealing. One thing Shelly stresses is that it is not enough to just hit the tricks, it's important to find fluidity in the movement and how to transition properly-- that is the beauty of pole dancing. Her class sizes are small, and you will get plenty of time to play on the pole!
Classes are super fun and ALWAYS a killer workout!! I've done 3 sessions with Shelly and my strength has already improved tremendously. Also, you will always get your full allotted time you're paying for, not 30 minutes of self introductions, etc. Pole dancing can be a little intimidating, especially if you're getting into some of the more advanced tricks, but it's easy to feel secure with Shelly so that you can push yourself to the next level.
Bottom line is, classes with Shelly are worth every penny!
My gripes about S Factor and Slinky below:
S Factor is a great place if you would like to "unlock your sensuality" and is more a place for building self confidence through movement. It didn't make sense to me why there were NO MIRRORS anywhere in the studio because class was a place of "no judgment." I could never tell if I was doing anything right! The class instruction is VERY slow. You learn at most 3 tricks every 8 weeks, but most of them are just modified positions of the same thing and you spend AN HOUR on warm up! You're probably better off saving $400 by lighting a candle at home, turning on some music, closing your eyes, and feeling the music because honestly, that is what class was like every week.
At Slinky Productions I still was not learning enough. There were about 18 girls in my class on TWO poles!!! I felt like I was waiting in line at an amusement park, only to get a short 30 second ride. Come here if you want something a little more raunchy, but you won't get much time to perfect anything.
I hired Shelly to come to my home and help me one- on- one with a few technical issues I was having. She gave me practical exercises to continue building the necessary strength as well as a break down of each step so that I was able to finally grasp the moves I had been having difficulty with!
She is courteous, professional and prompt as well as capable and patient. Two very enthusiastic spiked heels up for Pole La Teaze!
Shelly is AWESOME. I don't have much dance experience AT ALL - all the other classes I've taken make me feel uncoordinated and clumsy. But her classes are so much fun, and such a good workout, I keep coming back. Shelly is really supportive and patient, and nurturing. She will work with you until you get a move down, but she never singles you out. She's a fantastic dancer, but she'll break things down in easy to digest steps for us non-dancers. I'm proud to say that because of her, I've been able to do a lot of things I never thought I could. I've done a little research on how much pole classes cost, and hers are a real steal, including her bachelorette parties.
Shelly is not only an amazing and graceful dancer, she is able to transfer her knowledge and provides guidance through each step so you can also be a sexy vixen on the floor and the pole. Her patience and conscientious teaching style makes every lesson a comfortable and rewarding learning experience. Her detailed breakdown of the technical aspects provides even beginners with the insights necessary to improve drastically in a short period of time.
In addition to strong technical guidance and encouragement from Shelly, the class is small, the music is great, and the routines are fantastic. This is the best form of dance education and exercise I've had.
Have your pole dancing party here! She accommodated us last minute. Totally professional. So thankful!! She's an awesome instructor. Great instruction, easy to follow especially since we all had no prior experience. A definite for a bachelorette party or for fitness. Recc to wear shorts, no lotion, and your hottest pumps! Oh ya, being next to a bart stn was a huge plus.
I have been taking classes with Shelly every week for the last 4.5 months & I'm hooked! Her class is sexy, fun, acrobatic, & a real work out! She has a dedicated following of students who do the most incredible stunts on the pole & it's been amazing learning how to do them too! I am impressed at my progress over a short period of time. Although it's awkward at first, it is a worthwhile challenge that builds, character, strength, a slimmer and more toned figure, and ultimately self esteem. If you're like me, you will have to be willing to brave a bit of humility and bruises; but if you power through, you'll be so glad you did! Pole dancing is exhilarating and it is such a joy each time you learn a new move. I've tried a few other instructors and Shelly has by far the best warm up, choreography, and general instruction style. I had an instructor simply tell her students to "be sexy". Shelly breaks down the moves and step by step shows you HOW to be sexy. She provides routines you can practice and repeat. Five stars for the pole professional!
shelly is an excellent instructor. she throws in all kinds of practical tips and is extremely encouraging. she is great about teaching the mechanics of the moves, telling you about hand placement for spins, balance and momentum, as well as more esoteric advice such as ways to sex up your performance with hair tosses and sultry looks.
the class is small enough that you feel like you're getting plenty of personal attention and feedback. it's a great value for the price. you'll definitely learn how to perform a number of pole tricks in just a few weeks. love it!
Shelly was really awesome. When I first arrived, I was a little nervous, but Shelly made me feel at ease. This was my first pole dancing class and it definitely will not be my last. In just two hours, Shelly took the class through a strenuous (but much needed) warm-up and an entire routine including a floor performance. It was amazing. I will definitely be going back for some more classes and look forward to the Intermediate class.
